News Stories by College

“Cooking for Athens: Seasoned with Love” brings community together to share meals and fight food insecurity

April 16, 2026 5 min

The community will come together April 18–19 for “Cooking for Athens: Seasoned with Love” an event combining hands-on food preparation, learning and support for residents experiencing food insecurity.

Alumni Success

Ohio University graduate Jamie Brown to speak at OHIO Chillicothe Graduation Recognition Ceremony

April 15, 2026 2 min

Jamie Brown, who specializes in peer support and workforce development for Sojourners Care Network, will deliver the keynote address for OHIO Chillicothe’s Graduation Recognition Ceremony.

flight cases lined up on a stage in preparation for a live concert

Music careers

From tour bus to tiny desk: How this Bobcat is making music a career

April 14, 2026 2 min

In this standalone episode of our Ask the Experts podcast, we speak to an OHIO alumnus and musician about building a creative network, touring with CAAMP and playing behind the Tiny Desk.

Speech and Debate

From Athens to Athens: A strong debate for how traveling abroad can provide life-changing learning experiences

April 14, 2026 7 min

Fourteen Ohio University Speech and Debate students traded Athens, Ohio, for Athens, Greece this spring break, competing on the global stage and making unforgettable memories along the way.

Rankings

Several graduate programs named among the top 100 in nation in 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings

April 14, 2026 5 min

U.S. News and World Report has ranked numerous Ohio University graduate programs within the College of Business and the College of Health Sciences and Professions among the top 100 in the nation.

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Giving Day

One Day, One OHIO: Celebrate OHIO Giving Day 2026 on April 8 and donate to move OHIO forward

April 1, 2026 3 min

Ohio University’s seventh annual Giving Day will take place April 8, 2026, engaging alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff and friends of the University to take part in giving to causes they feel most passionate about supporting.

A group of students attending a Pre-law day panel

University Community

Ohio University’s two-day Pre Law Day connects students with legal alumni, celebrates launch of new pre-law mentorship program

April 1, 2026 5 min

The Center for Law, Justice & Culture brought together 150 students and 24 alumni for its annual Pre-Law Day, offering valuable industry insight while celebrating the launch of the CLJC Pre-Law Mentorship Program.

Student Media

Two days, one film

April 1, 2026 5 min

Despite a Level 2 snowstorm, filmmakers pushed through the conditions to collaborate, create and complete short films during the 24th annual 48-Hour Shootout.

Angela Cooke-Jackson accepts 2026 Andersch award.

University Awards

Andersch Award winner brings ‘compassion and wisdom’ to communication students

March 30, 2026 5 min

Accepting the Elizabeth G. Andersch Award from the School of Communication Studies, Dr. Angela F. Cooke-Jackson spoke on community and personal identity.

Media matters

Breaking down TikTok

March 25, 2026 2 min

In the latest episode of our Ask the Experts podcast, two OHIO faculty members discuss algorithms, data privacy, disinformation and free speech.

Music Industry Summit

Eighth annual Ohio University Music Industry Summit to feature keynote artists Blood Orange, Lucius and The Crane Wives

March 25, 2026 7 min

OHIO's Music Industry Summit, the premier music industry conference in the Midwest returns on April 14-16, 2026, offering something for everyone: from seasoned industry professionals to high school students and everyone in between.

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Homecoming

Ohio University to celebrate Homecoming Oct. 5-10

March 24, 2026 2 min

Homecoming Week 2026 will culminate Oct. 10 with OHIO’s annual Homecoming parade, football game against Central Michigan

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Anniversary celebration

GRID Lab celebrates 20th anniversary

March 18, 2026 1 min

The GRID Lab will host a free open house event in celebration its 20th anniversary, showcasing undergraduate and graduate student work.

OHIO Announcements

OHIO to hold open forums for Scripps College dean search finalists

March 17, 2026 1 min

Ohio University Executive Vice President and Provost Dr. Donald J. Leo announces four finalists for the position of dean of the Scripps College of Communication.

OHIO Awards

OHIO Learning Communities honors instructors, leaders, advocates

March 5, 2026 2 min

Ohio University Learning Communites Programs celebrated their Fall 2025 instructors, Learning Community leaders and advocates at the annual Learning Community Programs Awards.

Scripps College of Communication Stories